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May 22, 2013, Leave a Comment

Walt Whitman, often called the father of free verse, is a powerhouse of American poetry. His collection, Leaves of Grass, is regarded as one of the finest compilations of poetry …

How to get published according to Neil Gaiman.

Writing Tip Wednesday: Neil Gaiman on Getting Published

May 15, 2013, Leave a Comment

Neil Gaiman is a juggernaut. His work has created a fiercely loyal fan base that he continues to grow each day through his accessibility on social med ...

bird by bird

Writing Tip Wednesday: Best Books to Improve Your Writing

May 8, 2013, Leave a Comment

Writing is both an art and a science. Many are born with the ability to craft beautiful sentences, but learning about the science of writing – a ...

What can we learn about writing from John Green?

Writing Tip Wednesday: Advice from John Green to Aspiring Writers

May 1, 2013, Leave a Comment

John Green, young adult writer and Internet celebrity, has won the Printz award and seen his latest book, The Fault in Our Stars, reach the top of the ...

  • Margaret Atwood
    Writing Tip Wednesday: You Chose It
    April 17, 2013, Leave a Comment

    Margaret Atwood, award-winning author of The Handmaiden’s Tale and many other works, actively supports her community of writers. To that end, she’s created Writers’ Trust of Canada to encourage Canada’s writers. Ho ...

  • What's your go-to grammar and style guide?
    Writing Tip Wednesday: Helpful Reads
    March 7, 2013, Leave a Comment

    Happened upon a couple of interesting reads this week to strengthen and enrich your writing. Here’s a few favorites: Yahoo’s “7 Bonus Grammar ‘Errors’ You Don’t Need to Worry About” - ...